MO HB1220

Creates a new petition process (Section 571.073) allowing persons convicted of felonies to request reinstatement of their firearm possession rights through circuit court

Requires petitioners to wait at least 10 years after discharge from confinement, parole, or probation with no subsequent arrests before filing for reinstatement

Petitioners must prove by clear and convincing evidence they have no other felony convictions, are not subject to protection orders, were not convicted of a "dangerous felony," are not required to register as a sex offender, and do not present a threat to public safety

Prosecuting attorneys must be notified of petitions and may present evidence or testimony to the court regarding reinstatement

Unlawful possession of a firearm remains a Class C felony for convicted felons, fugitives, those habitually intoxicated, or those adjudged mentally incompetent